The main feature of Yuki Tsumugi is that it is light, warm, and fluffy and soft to wear, as it is woven from hand-spun cotton yarn in an almost untwisted state.
It is said that "it takes three generations of wear for it to develop a unique character," and it is so durable and long-lasting that it develops a unique texture over time, which is also an attractive feature.
This unique technique was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2010.
When weaving cloth, the warp threads are kept taut and the weaver uses his or her entire body to weave using a primitive loom called a "jiki."
The Yuki Tsumugi silk on display in stores is heavily starched, but this is to protect the fabric.
Once tailored, the fabric is boiled in water to restore its original soft texture, but the starch does not completely disappear.
As you wear it repeatedly, the starch gradually wears off, the fabric becomes more flexible, and you can enjoy the kimono "growing" as it adapts to your body.
The reason why Yuki Tsumugi is so expensive is because it takes a huge amount of time to weave one kimono.
Some items cost over 1 million yen, while the cheaper ones are around 60,000 yen.
If it can be worn by parents, children, and grandchildren...I would like to wear the real thing.
Well, see you next time.
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